HR & Payroll Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced and detail-driven HR and Payroll Manager to lead all human resources operations and payroll functions. This role involves managing the full employee lifecycle, overseeing compliance with labour laws and payroll regulations, and contributing strategically to organisational growth through HR initiatives and workforce development.

POSITION INFO:
This position demands a leader with deep knowledge of HR practices, payroll systems, and regulatory frameworks and the ability to maintain confidentiality and manage complex employee relations.

Minimum Qualifying Criteria:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in HR and payroll management
• Demonstrated experience in using payroll platforms such as Sage, SimplePay, or Agrigistics
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools
• Comprehensive knowledge of South African labour law, payroll tax regulations, and statutory requirements
• Proven ability to lead HR teams and drive process improvements

• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with business goals and legal standards
• Manage end-to-end HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
• Handle employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and grievance management
• Coordinate training and development programmes to build staff capabilities
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with BCEA, OHS, and internal policies

• Oversee full-cycle payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Manage all payroll components including wages, deductions, bonuses, and overtime
• Ensure legal compliance across wage and hour laws and SARS submissions
• Prepare and submit EMP201s, EMP501s, and year-end tax documents
• Respond to payroll queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Liaise with the finance team for payroll-related reporting

• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with organisational objectives
• Analyse HR metrics to support strategic planning and performance improvements
• Oversee HR and payroll budgeting and forecasting
• Lead initiatives to enhance HR systems, processes, and service delivery

• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
• Organised, with strong project management and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities

• Professional HR or Payroll certification
• Experience managing payroll across multiple provinces or jurisdictions